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Sandra started the topic Class 1 Writing exercise, Sandra in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months ago

I decided not to buy the books and would prefer to dip in and out on this, so herewith my contribution.

I remember a Christmas, the dining table, taller than me, piled as high again with presents (and bigger ones beneath) and the focus of five adults, all on me.
I remember my Dad laughing on a Sunday morning when stopped by a policeman for…[Read more]
KazG started the topic Class 1 – Writing exercise, Kaz in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months ago

Hmm. Gorgeous is as gorgeous does, but I did enjoy wallowing in my words, which was the point I guess. Haven’t captured much dialogue yet, for the past week I seem to be on a very noisy trams, or too far away from people talking or alternatively next to non-English speakers or silent people reading or on phones. Will keep trying!

Le Guin…[Read more]
Squidge posted an update 6 years, 7 months ago

Heads up for anyone who fancies a one-day writing conference? Writing East Mids run a day, (28th March 2020), this year at Lincoln Uni. Costs £60 if you book an early bird ticket before end Nov, £70 otherwise. Concessions available, lunch and tea/coffee provided.

I’m booked on…anyone else fancy it?
Squidge replied to the topic Class 1: Writing exercise, Squidge in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months ago

My dreams have been a lot worse over the last few nights. Think if I wrote THEM down, I’d be strapped to a psychiatrist’s chair… 😉 Thanks, Kaz and Hil x
KazG replied to the topic Class 1: Writing exercise, Squidge in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months ago

Good dialogue harvesting @squidge, and I especially liked the peas 🙂

I thought your ‘gorgeous’ para was really arresting and clear, it didn’t feel forced or unnatural at all and it was really vivid. What a dream! Beautifully captured.
John S Alty replied to the topic Bumbling Round the Citadel in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago

Fascinating tale, Philippa, well done for sticking it out to a triumphant end. Looking forward to reading the book.
John S Alty replied to the topic Story idea in the forum Coffee Shop 6 years, 7 months ago

I couldn’t do this idea justice. The right person could really build the tension and explore the changing relationships of the three characters as the story builds. Interesting project for someone, but not me.
Philippa East replied to the topic Story idea in the forum Coffee Shop 6 years, 7 months ago

Ooo, it’s a bit like an updated spin on Dead Calm!

BTW – don’t assume you won’t write this idea. I almost gave an idea once… but then realised actually I wanted to write it myself!
Philippa East replied to the topic Bumbling Round the Citadel in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago

Aw, you star, Jane!!! Thank you so much!! It really means a lot
BTW You are in the acknowledgements 🙂
xx
Philippa East replied to the topic Bumbling Round the Citadel in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago

Hi Athelstone! And thanks.
Yes, I’m currently planning a launch party for February (whoop!). It will likely be in Lincoln, and you will all be welcome! Details to follow once I’ve sorted them out…
Hilary replied to the topic Class 1: Writing Exercise, Raine. in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months ago

YES about the detail. So evocative.
Hilary replied to the topic Class 1 Writing Exercise, Jane in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months ago

Sorry you’re feeling that way, Jane. It’s great that we can support one another with or without feedback – glad you posted anyway.
Hilary replied to the topic Class 1: Writing exercise, Squidge in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months ago

I love the bit of dialogue about the peas.
I found the listening exercise very hard. Tried it again the other day. I would need to be very close or the speakers would need to be very loud!
Interesting about trying to write ‘gorgeous’ when you don’t feel you normally do. A good exercise, though, to try a different approach. Scary dream!
John S Alty started the topic Story idea in the forum Coffee Shop 6 years, 7 months ago

I woke this morning with an idea for a short story/novella. It’s not something I’d tackle so I thought I’d put it out there for anyone looking for a new project:

Two women have taken on the challenge of rowing across the Atlantic for a charity – say, breast cancer awareness – and have acquired the necessary sponsorship, had a boat built and have…[Read more]
Squidge replied to the topic Class 1: Writing exercise, Squidge in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months ago

Thanks both, especially for the kind words about how I currently write.

I do have very vivid dreams, which are full of this level of detail. Sometimes, they’re full of sensation too, but this one wasn’t – I was simply an observer in this one.

Why did it feel false to write? I think it was because I was consciously trying to make it ‘gorgeous’…[Read more]
Daedalus replied to the topic Chaos and Catastrophe: Radstock, 1876 in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago

With such a litany of abysmal systems, irresponsible staff and wayward practices, it’s a wonder that a lot more than fifteen people weren’t killed. Not that that’s any consolation. The people who ran the show ought to have gone to prison for a very long time
Philippa East replied to the topic Bumbling Round the Citadel in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago

Hah hah! Reading back, I think I maybe make it sound worse than it was. Despite all the tears and tantrums, it still felt like a privilege to sit down and create something with my words. I still knew this was what I wanted to do. Plus, I have a lovely agent who I knew would support me. At the time, it was all so new though, such a steep learning…[Read more]
Squidge replied to the topic Class 1 Writing Exercise, Jane in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months ago

Ditto. And *hugs* from me, too x
Hilary replied to the topic Bumbling Round the Citadel in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago

Thanks for sharing this, Philippa. What a journey!
And I would just like to add, for the record, that while Philippa was going through all this, and working (and crying) so hard, she has continued to be ever-generous in giving support and encouragement to others. Much appreciated.
Squidge replied to the topic Bumbling Round the Citadel in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago

Kudos for sticking with it all, Philippa – it sounds like it has really taken a toll over this year.

Looking forward very much to reading it – I am sure that it will be worth every bead of sweat, nibbled fingernail and tear shed.

And if it makes you feel better – Tilda’s just been published and even though we went through all the pages,…[Read more]
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